Widow Pension-West Bengal
The West Bengal government's Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department launched the "Widow Pension" scheme in 2010. This program aims to support widows facing economic hardship within the state.
At a glance
| Level | State government |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Government of West Bengal |
| States and UTs | West Bengal |
| Areas | |
| Scheme for | Individuals |
| Tags | Financial Assistance, Social Welfare, Widow Pension |
Before you apply
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